This sheet helps you identify, classify, and correct mistakes made during mock or real PI practice. Use it immediately after recording or reflecting on a PI answer.
BASIC DETAILS
- Name:
- Attempt Number:
- Date of Practice / Interview:
- Mode: ☐ Mock ☐ Self-Recorded ☐ Actual SSB
STEP 1: QUESTION-WISE DIAGNOSIS
Use one row per question practiced.
| Question Asked | My Core Answer (1 line) | Mistake Observed | Mistake Type | Correction Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
STEP 2: COMMON PI MISTAKE CATEGORIES
Tick all that apply after the session.
A. CONTENT-RELATED MISTAKES
☐ Over-explained / Went off-track
☐ Too vague / Generic answer
☐ No real-life example given
☐ Answer sounded memorised
☐ Emotional story without action
☐ Weak ending / no conclusion
B. EXPRESSION & LANGUAGE MISTAKES
☐ Started answers with fillers (actually, um, I think)
☐ Apologetic tone
☐ Questioning tone at sentence end
☐ Poor word choice
☐ Repeated same words frequently
☐ Spoke too fast / too slow
C. VOICE & DELIVERY MISTAKES
☐ Voice shaky or breathless
☐ Volume too low / too high
☐ Monotonous delivery
☐ Rushed due to nervousness
☐ Voice did not match seriousness
D. BODY LANGUAGE MISTAKES
☐ Poor eye contact
☐ Nervous smile / facial tension
☐ Folded arms / closed posture
☐ Excessive head nodding
☐ Fidgeting / hand movement distraction
☐ Slouched posture
E. PSYCHOLOGICAL / OLQ-RELATED MISTAKES
☐ Defensive response
☐ Blaming others or system
☐ Low self-belief visible
☐ Over-pleasing / lack of assertiveness
☐ Unrealistic or idealistic answer
☐ Poor stress handling visible
STEP 3: ROOT CAUSE IDENTIFICATION
Tick the most likely reason.
☐ Lack of self-awareness
☐ Fear of judgment
☐ Inadequate reflection on past experiences
☐ Over-coaching influence
☐ Nervousness / pressure
☐ Poor practice method
STEP 4: CORRECTION STRATEGY (WRITE, DON’T THINK)
What I SHOULD KEEP (Strengths observed):
What I MUST REMOVE (Specific habits):
What I NEED TO ADD (Behaviour / tone / clarity):
STEP 5: ONE-QUESTION REWRITE (MOST IMPORTANT)
Rewrite ONE weak answer using corrected expression.
Original Question:
Original Answer (summary):
Corrected Answer (focus on clarity & OLQs):
STEP 6: OFFICER-LIKE SELF-CHECK (FINAL FILTER)
Answer YES or NO.
- Was my answer calm and balanced? ☐ Yes ☐ No
- Did it show responsibility? ☐ Yes ☐ No
- Did it show decision-making? ☐ Yes ☐ No
- Did it sound honest and natural? ☐ Yes ☐ No
- Would I trust this person as a team member? ☐ Yes ☐ No
DAILY DIAGNOSIS SCORE (Rate 1–5)
- Thought Clarity: ___
- Confidence: ___
- Emotional Control: ___
- Expression Power: ___
- Authenticity: ___
FINAL COMMITMENT STATEMENT
(Write one line after every session)
Today, I will consciously improve __________________________.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR ASPIRANTS
Correction is not changing who you are.
Correction is removing noise so the assessor can see your real officer potential.
